Designed in the USA
Escort Incorporated
5440 West Chester Road
West Chester OH 45069
Sales 888-8-ESCORT (888-837-2678)
Service 800-543-1608
www.escortradar.com
Owner’s Manual
©2004 Escort Inc. Escort®, Passport®, AFR®, SmartShield®, AutoSensitivity™, ExpertMeter™ and SpecDisplay™are trademarks of Escort Inc.
Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice.
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You’ve purchased the Passport 8500 X50, which is the most advanced highperformance radar and laser detector on the market.
The 8500 X50 provides extreme longrange warning on all radar bands including X, K, superwide Ka, and instant-on POP mode. Multiple front and rear laser sensors provide 360 degree laser protection, including the widest field of view. For the ultimate in laser protection, the Passport 8500 X50 is ZR3 ready. Ask your retailer, or call us at 1-800-543-1608 for details.
Our patented Digital Signal Processing (DSP) provides extreme radar range with minimal false alarms. Patented Mute and AutoMute circuits keep the Passport 8500 X50 quiet in even the most populated areas.
In addition, the Passport 8500 X50 introduces the following state-of-the-art performance and features:
•Extreme long-range K and Ka-band radar performance, including instanton POP mode
•Advanced EZ-Programming lets you customize up to 9 features
•Exclusive AutoSensitivity intelligently filters out annoying false alarms, plus Highway and City settings
•Ultra-bright alphanumeric display with 280 LED’s
•Exclusive ExpertMeter tracks and displays up to 8 radar signals simultaneously
•Exclusive SpecDisplay provides actual numeric frequency for any radar signal
•Programmable bands (on/off) allow you to customize which bands are monitored
•Includes exclusive SmartCord for easy access to remote mute button
If you’ve used a radar detector before, a review of the Quick Reference Guide on pages 4 and 5, and the EZ-Programming information on pages 12 and 13 will briefly explain the new features.
If this is your first detector, please read the manual in detail to get the most out of your Passport’s outstanding performance and innovative features.
Please drive safely.
FCC Note:
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s FCC granted authority to operate the equipment.
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Passport 8500 X50 Quick Reference Card
There are 9 user-selectable options so you can customize your 8500 X50 for your own preferences.
The buttons labeled CITY and DIM are also used to enter the Program Mode, REVIEW your current program settings, and to CHANGE any settings as desired. The words PROGRAM, REVIEW, and CHANGE are located on the top of the detector, and are highlighted in blue graphics.
How to use EZ-Programming
1 To enter Program Mode, press and hold both top buttons down for 2 seconds. (The unit will beep twice, and will display the word “Program”).
2 Then press the REVIEW button to review the current settings. (You can either tap the button to change from item to item, or hold the button to scroll through the items).
3 Press the CHANGE button to change any setting. (You can either tap the button to change from setting to setting, or hold the button to scroll through all the options).
4 To leave Program Mode, simply wait
8 seconds without pressing any button.
An example
For example, here is how you would turn Passport’s AutoMute feature off.
1Enter the Program Mode by holding both the city and dim buttons down for
2seconds. Passport will beep twice and display Program.
2Then hold the REVIEW button down.
Passport will scroll through the categories, starting with Pilot Light (Pilot), then Power-on sequence (PwrOn), then Signal strength meter (Meter), and then AutoMute (aMute).
3Release the REVIEW button when Passport shows the AutoMute item. Since the factory setting is for AutoMute to be on, Passport will display aMute ON.
(If you accidentally don't release the Review button in time, and Passport goes to the next category, hold the Review button down again, and after Passport scrolls through all categories, it will begin again at the top of the list.)
4 Press the CHANGE button to change from aMute ON to aMute OFF.
(The unit will display Complete, beep 4 times, and return to normal operation).
Factory Default Settings
To reset Passport to its original factory settings, press and hold the “CITY,” “DIM,” and “MUTE” buttons while turning the power on. Passport’s display will provide a “Reset” message, accompanied by an audible alert, acknowledging the reset.
5 To complete the Programming, simply wait 8 seconds without pressing any button.
Passport will display Complete, beep 4 times, and return to normal operation.
EZ-Programming Details
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POWER-ON SEQUENCE |
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Meter |
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AUTOMUTE |
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Quick Reference Guide |
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Installation |
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• Power Connection |
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• Mounting Location |
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• Windshield Mount |
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Controls and Features |
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• Power and volume control |
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• Power-on indication |
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• AutoMute |
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• Mute |
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• Auto / Highway / City Switch |
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• Dim / Dark Switch |
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• Dark Mode |
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• Audible Alerts |
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• Signal Strength Meter |
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• ExpertMeter |
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• SpecDisplay |
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EZ-Programming |
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• How to use EZ-Programming |
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• Example of Programming |
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• Overview of Programming |
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• Details of Programming |
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Technical Details |
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• Specifications |
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• Interpreting Alerts |
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• How Radar Works |
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• How POP Mode Works |
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• How Laser Works |
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Service |
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• Service |
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• Troubleshooting |
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• Warranty |
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• Accessories |
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To begin using your Passport, just follow these simple steps
1Plug the small end of the power cord into the side jack of the detector, and plug the large end of the power cord into your car’s lighter socket.
2Mount your Passport on the windshield using the supplied windshield mount.
3Rotate the volume thumbwheel on Passport’s left side to turn Passport on and adjust the volume.
Please read the manual to fully understand Passport’s operation and features.
EasyMount Slot
Insert Passport’s adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 7
Rear Laser Port
Receives laser signals from behind the vehicle.
EasyMount Button
Press the button, and slide the Windshield mount into one of its four locking positions.
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City Button
Switches between AutoSensitivity, City, and Highway settings. In general, we recommend the Auto mode. Page 8
Power/Volume Control
Rotate the thumbwheel to turn Passport on and set the volume. Page 8
AutoMute
Passport’s patented AutoMute automatically reduces the volume level of the audio alert after a brief period. If you prefer, you can turn AutoMute off. Page 8
Radar Antenna and Laser Lens
The rear panel of your Passport should have a clear view of the road ahead. For best performance, do not mount Passport directly behind windshield wipers
or tinted areas. Page 6
Alphanumeric Display 
Passport’s display will show Highway, Auto, or City as its power-on indication. If you prefer, you can choose other power-on indications. Page 12-14
During an alert, the display will indicate radar band, and a precise bar graph of signal strength. Page 10
Note: In the Dark Mode the display will not light during an alert. Page 9
Earphone Jack
Accepts standard 3.5mm earphone.
Power Jack
Plug the SmartCord into this connector.
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Dim Button
Press to adjust display brightness. There are three brightness settings, plus Dark Mode.
In the Dark Mode, the power-on indication will be changed to a dim “AD,” “HD,” or “CD” (indicating Auto, Highway, or City Dark). In the Dark Mode, Passport’s meter will not display during an alert, only the audio will alert you. Page 9
Mute Button
Briefly press this button (next to the display) to silence the audio for a specific alert. (The audio will alert you to the next encounter.) Page 8
EZ-Programming
Passport is ready to go, just plug it in and turn it on. But you can also easily change 9 features for your preferences. Page 12-16
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Power Connection
To power Passport, plug the small end of the SmartCord, (telephone-type connector) into the modular jack on Passport’s right side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket.
Passport operates on 12 volts DC negative ground only. The lighter plug provided is a standard size and will work in most vehicles. However, some vehicles may require the enclosed sleeve to ensure a snug fit. If so, simply slide the sleeve over the SmartCord’s lighter plug adapter. Of course, your lighter socket must be clean and properly connected for proper operation.
Note: depending on your vehicle, the lighter socket power may either be continuously on, or it may be switched on and off with your ignition switch.
Optional power cords
See the Accessories section for details on our optional Direct-wire SmartCord.
Mounting Location
WARNING: ESCORT cannot anticipate the many ways Passport can be mounted. It is important that you mount Passport where it will not impair your view nor present
a hazard in case of an accident.
Where to mount Passport
For optimum detection performance, we recommend the following:
•Using the Windshield Mount, mount your Passport level, and high enough on your front windshield to provide a clear view of the road from the front and rear.
•Mount Passport away from windshield wipers, other solid objects, and heavily tinted areas that might obstruct the radar antenna or laser lens.
Windshield Mount
Windshield Mount
Passport’s EasyMount windshield bracket is designed for unobtrusive and hassle-free mounting.
1 Depress the adjustment button on the top of Passport (by the word ESCORT) and slide the EasyMount bracket into the slot until it is locked into the position which best fits the angle of your windshield (there are four settings available). For extremely horizontal or extremely sloped windshields, the EasyMount bracket can be bent.
To ensure that the suction cups adhere to the windshield firmly, be sure to keep both your windshield and the suction cups clean.
2 To adjust Passport on your windshield, use the EasyMount adjustment button located on the top of the Passport, and slide Passport forward or backward to obtain a level horizontal position.
When installed and adjusted properly, the back top edge of Passport should rest solidly against your windshield.
Caution!
A few vehicles (including some Porsches) have windshields with a soft anti-lacerative coating on the inside surface. Use of suction cups will permanently mar this coating. Consult your dealership or the vehicle owner’s manual to determine if your windshield has this coating.
User’s Tip
You can leave the EasyMount bracket in place on your windshield, and easily remove Passport by pressing the adjustment button and sliding Passport off the mount. Again, be sure to position the bracket where it won’t present a hazard in the event of an accident. Additional mounts are available.
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